NEC has unveiled its new convertible tablet, the Lavie BT53C, in Japan. Featuring a 13-inch display and running on Windows, this device is positioned as a competitor to the Microsoft Surface lineup thanks to its high-performance specs, including processors up to the Intel Core Ultra 7 365, up to 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, a bright screen, and optional 5G support.

Main Features

The Lavie BT53C is built on the Intel Panther Lake platform and comes in a compact body measuring 290 x 210 x 9.3 mm and weighing 866 grams—comparable to an A4 sheet of paper. Its standout feature is its advanced hardware configuration.

The tablet can be equipped with Intel Core Ultra 7 365, Core Ultra 5 335, or Core Ultra 5 332 processors, delivering strong performance for a variety of use cases. The processors include an integrated NPU with up to 49 TOPS for AI-related tasks. Configurations are available with 16 or 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a PCIe NVMe SSD with up to 512 GB of storage.

Display and Cameras

On the front, the device sports a 13-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2880 x 1920 pixels and brightness up to 500 nits, making it comfortable to use even in bright lighting. The tablet features a 5 MP front camera and an 8 MP rear camera. It supports Wi-Fi 7 and offers an optional 5G module.

Accessories and Functionality

The package includes a detachable keyboard and a stylus. The keyboard connects via Pogo Pin contacts and has a compartment for storing the stylus, which charges directly in the keyboard while stored. An integrated kickstand allows for convenient placement on a surface, and the detachable keyboard transforms the tablet into a laptop.

Additional Features

The Lavie BT53C can play video for up to 10.1 hours on a single battery charge. For charging and connecting external monitors, it is equipped with two Thunderbolt 4 ports.

Release Date and Price

The Lavie BT53C will go on sale in Japan in September, starting at 611,600 yen (approximately $3,746 USD).